BitLocker is a tool in Windows that can be used to encrypt fixed drives, but also operating systems as well to protect your core data from outside intrusion.

Steps

Method1

General Instructions

1

Move your cursor to the far right in Windows and click on the "Start" option when the charm bar appears.

2

Type in "bitlocker" once the Start screen appears. A new search window will appear automatically.

3

Select "Settings," which is the second option down in the top right of the new window.

4

Click on "BitLocker drive encryption" in the top left under where it says "Settings."

5

Click on "Turn on BitLocker" under where it says "Operating system drive" in the new window. Add a password and click "Next" through the subsequent screens to encrypt your drive. This means that no one who doesn't have the password will be able to access your operating system.